Publication: IFC Annual Report 2018: Redefining Development Finance
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2018-09-27
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2018-09-27
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IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in developing countries. Established in 1956, IFC is owned by 184 member countries, a group that collectively determines our policies. In FY18, IFC invested $23.3 billion, including nearly $11.7 billion mobilized from other investors. Our comprehensive approach helped businesses innovate, build internationally competitive industrial sectors, and create better jobs.
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“International Finance Corporation. 2018. IFC Annual Report 2018: Redefining Development Finance. © International Finance Corporation. http://hdl.handle.net/10986/30456 License: CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 IGO.”
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